The Practice Run

Summary

In this episode of the Practice Run, the hosts discuss various topics related to NRL and Rugby League. They start with a fun game of This or That, comparing American-themed choices and NRL-themed choices. They also talk about their international listeners and the importance of responsible gambling. The hosts then engage in a game of Paper Scissors Rock and continue with more This or That questions. They conclude the episode by comparing NRL teams to NFL teams and discussing the upcoming game in Las Vegas. The conversation covers the matchups and lineups of the Roosters and Rabbitohs, Broncos and Manly, and the key matchups in the Broncos vs. Roosters game. It also discusses team support and compares the Broncos to the Ravens in the NFL. The chapters provide a comprehensive overview of the main themes discussed in the conversation. In this episode, Rawiri and Tu discuss the upcoming NRL games between the Brisbane Broncos and Sydney Roosters, as well as the Manly Sea Eagles and South Sydney Rabbitohs. They analyze key players to watch, discuss the playing surface, and share their betting odds and predictions. They also create a multi-bet for the games and review their selections. The episode concludes with a discussion on win-loss form and closing thoughts on the start of the NRL season.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to the Practice Run

01:19

The Practice Squad

04:09

Paper Scissors Rock

05:19

This or That: American Edition

06:16

This or That: NRL Edition

12:17

Las Vegas or Miami

13:14

Country or Blues

13:48

Hip-Hop or R&B

16:31

This or That: NRL Version

25:31

Roosters and Rabbitohs

26:30

Broncos and Manly

28:29

Team Support

29:39

Broncos and Ravens Comparison

30:09

Broncos Lineup

32:22

Roosters Lineup

38:45

South Sydney vs. Manly Matchup

46:34

Broncos vs. Roosters Matchup

52:36

Broncos Lineup

54:42

Roosters Lineup

01:02:52

Key Matchups in Broncos vs. Roosters

01:05:09

Brisbane Broncos vs. Sydney Roosters

01:06:07

Key Players to Watch

01:07:19

Playing Surface: Grass vs. Turf

01:09:15

Manly Sea Eagles vs. South Sydney Rabbitohs

01:10:39

Betting Odds and Predictions

01:11:01

Creating a Multi-Bet

01:15:02

Reviewing the Multi-Bet

01:19:23

Win-Loss Form and Closing Thoughts

Summary

In this episode, Rawiri and Tu discuss their Mount Rushmore of NRL players and analyze the preseason game between the Penrith Panthers and Wigan Warriors. They also speculate on the potential of Nathan Cleary and the Panthers' performance in the upcoming game against the Melbourne Storm. The hosts highlight the importance of the Super League teams in World Cup challenges and the different motivations between NRL and Super League teams. The conversation explores the different mentality between NRL and Super League teams, potential changes to promote NRL vs Super League competition, shortening the season and increasing preseason, the idea of an NRL vs Super League Nines tournament, and game reviews of Bulldogs vs Sharks and Warriors vs Dolphins. The conversation covers various topics, including Mad Monday planning, the Warriors' transition and tough season ahead, the Dolphins' potential and Wayne Bennett's coaching, young talent in the Sea Eagles vs. Broncos game, the roles of Billy Walters and Kurt , the Broncos' depth and forward development, replicating Penrith's next man up mentality, Hopoate and Hopoate in Manly, the Tigers' performance and potential wooden spoon, preseason challenge results, Tigers' stats and potential losses, the Tigers' bye round, Tigers' fan defense and quiz challenge, and closing remarks and thank you.

Takeaways

The Warriors are no longer participating in early Mad Monday planning, which has annoyed Tu.

The Dolphins have potential and have added depth to their squad, but could use a stronger halves pairing.

The Broncos have depth and young talent, and may transition Billy Walters into the halves.

The Tigers' performance in the preseason has been disappointing, and they may be in contention for the wooden spoon.

The preseason challenge results provide a base for predicting team performance in the upcoming season.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:37 Lineup and Game Discussion

05:53 Tu_Money's Mount Rushmore

06:54 Rawiri's Mount Rushmore

16:30 Nathan Cleary's Potential

26:21 Panthers' Performance and Adjustments

29:25 Upcoming Game: Panthers vs Storm

30:39 Panthers' Approach to the Season

31:07 Wigan's Determination

34:00 Potential Changes to Promote NRL vs Super League Competition

39:32 Shortening the Season and Increasing Preseason

43:12 NRL vs Super League Nines Tournament

48:46 Game Reviews: Bulldogs vs Sharks

59:19 Game Reviews: Warriors vs Dolphins

01:05:43 Mad Monday and Warriors' Early Planning

01:06:20 Warriors' Transition and Tough Season Ahead

01:06:48 Dolphins' Potential and Wayne Bennett's Coaching

01:07:47 Sea Eagles vs. Broncos and Young Talent

01:08:17 Billy Walters and Kurt Fawes' Roles

01:09:16 Broncos' Depth and Forward Development

01:11:15 Replicating Penrith's Next Man Up Mentality

01:12:08 Hopawati and Hopawari in Manly

01:13:01 Manly's Inexperience and Tigers' Performance

01:15:12 Tigers' Ranking and Potential Wooden Spoon

01:16:48 Preseason Challenge Results

01:19:37 Tigers' Stats and Potential Losses

01:26:09 Tigers' Bye Round

01:27:46 Tigers' Fan Defense and Quiz Challenge

01:29:11 Closing Remarks and Thank You

In this episode, the hosts play a game of 'Would You Rather' and discuss various scenarios related to rugby league. They also talk about Stacey Jones being appointed as the new coach of the Kiwis. The hosts then preview the Brisbane Broncos and Canterbury Bulldogs for the upcoming season. The conversation covers the Penrith Panthers, their dominance in the NRL, and the potential challengers to their reign. It also discusses the coaching prowess of Ivan Cleary and the controversy surrounding the Anzac Day match. Lastly, there is a call to bring back the ANZAC Test. In this episode, Rawiri and Tu discuss their expectations for the upcoming NRL season. They talk about the potential of different teams and the excitement in the air. They also mention the unpredictability of the season and how it differs from scripted sports like the NFL. Overall, they are looking forward to the season and the upcoming episodes of their show.

Takeaways

• Playing 'Would You Rather' is a fun way to discuss different scenarios and preferences in rugby league.
• Stacey Jones being appointed as the coach of the Kiwis is an exciting development for New Zealand rugby league.
• The Broncos and Bulldogs have made some changes to their squads and fans are hopeful for a successful season.
• The NRL's trip to Las Vegas for the opening round is an expensive endeavor, but it provides an opportunity for exposure and new sponsorships. The Penrith Panthers have been the dominant force in the NRL, winning three consecutive grand finals and setting the standard for other teams.
• Ivan Cleary deserves credit for his coaching success, as he has consistently led the Panthers to the finals and managed to replace key players effectively.
• The Warriors and the Brisbane Broncos are seen as potential challengers to the Panthers, with their talented squads and ability to match Penrith's style of play.
• The decision to change the Anzac Day match from Melbourne Storm vs. Warriors to Warriors vs. Titans has caused controversy and disappointment among fans.
• There is a desire to bring back the ANZAC Test, as it provided an exciting international rugby league match and showcased the talent of both Australian and New Zealand players.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Overview

02:01

Paper, Scissors, Rock

03:02

Would You Rather: Tigers vs Bulldogs

04:29

Would You Rather: Grand Final Hit Up

06:22

Would You Rather: Transfer Window vs Trades

09:01

Would You Rather: Try Line Error vs Missed Conversion

10:42

Would You Rather: Role Player vs Dalai Mā Winner

11:47

Would You Rather: Best Team to Never Win vs Worst Team with Wooden Spoon

13:16

Would You Rather: Million Dollars vs One Yard in NFL

18:22

Stacey Jones as New Coach of the Kiwis

25:45

Trial Games and Las Vegas Trip

30:54

Brisbane Broncos Preview

36:52

Canterbury Bulldogs Preview

43:57

Penrith Panthers: The Dominant Force

59:43

Ivan Cleary: The Coach

01:26:37

Potential Challengers to Penrith

01:29:19

Anzac Day Match Controversy

01:30:05

Bring Back the ANZAC Test

01:30:34

Season Expectations

01:31:32

Conclusion and Future Episodes

Summary

In this episode, Rawiri and Tu Money review several NRL games, including the Indigenous All-Stars game, the Bulldogs game, the Warriors game, and the Broncos game. They discuss standout players, team performances, and their overall impressions of each game. Despite some mixed results, they express optimism for the upcoming season and highlight the potential of certain players and teams. Overall, they provide entertaining and informative analysis of the games. In this conversation, the hosts review several NRL teams and discuss their prospects for the upcoming season. They start with the St George Illawarra Dragons, who are predicted to be wooden spoon contenders. They then move on to the Cronulla Sharks, who have a stable team with potential. Next, they discuss the Redcliffe Dolphins, a new team with a focus on acquiring talent and building depth. They also review the Manly Sea Eagles, who heavily rely on Tom Trbojevic's form. Finally, they discuss the Newcastle Knights and the importance of Kalyn Ponga's performance and the supporting cast.

Takeaways

• The Indigenous All-Stars game showcased the speed and skill of both teams, with the Indigenous team ultimately winning. Despite missing key players, the game was entertaining and highlighted the talent of Indigenous players.
• The Bulldogs game showed promise for the team, with standout performances from young players and a dominant display in both attack and defense. The team's depth and potential for the season were evident.
• The Warriors game was a close contest, with the team showing resilience despite playing with a numerical disadvantage for most of the game. Standout performances from players like Reece Walsh and the team's overall effort were notable.
• The Broncos game demonstrated the team's potential, with strong performances from players like Xavier Coates and Tevita Pangai Jr. The team's defense and attacking combinations showed promise for the season.
• Overall, the games reviewed provided insights into the strengths and areas for improvement for each team, and highlighted the excitement and potential of the upcoming NRL season.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Overview

01:14

Reviewing the Indigenous All-Stars Game

12:16

Reviewing the Bulldogs Game

23:11

Reviewing the Warriors Game

30:59

Reviewing the Broncos Game

38:40

St George Illawarra Dragons - Wooden Spoon Contenders

45:11

Cronulla Sharks - Stable Team with Potential

53:44

Redcliffe Dolphins - Acquiring Talent and Building Depth

01:03:32

Manly Sea Eagles - Reliance on Tom Trbojevic

01:11:50

Newcastle Knights - Ponga's Form and Supporting Cast

The hosts introduce the podcast and engage in a Paper Scissors Rock Challenge. They then answer three random questions and discuss their favorite McDonald's orders and hobbies. They share memorable experiences from their time at the University of Otago. The hosts preview the All-Star Game and discuss the Māori and Indigenous All-Stars teams. They create a multi-bet for the game and discuss key matchups to watch. Finally, they break down the Rabbit-ohs team. In this episode, the hosts discuss the Rabbitohs and their potential success this season, including the record-breaking potential of Alex Johnson. They also analyze the Cowboys' lineup and their chances of making the top eight. The Roosters' stacked team and their future prospects are examined, as well as the Gold Coast Titans' strengths and areas for improvement. The hosts conclude by previewing the upcoming preseason games and expressing their excitement for the return of footy.

In this episode we breakdown our expectations for The Warriors, Eels, Storm, and Raiders with a few moves in the offseason do these teams have what it takes to make that jump and take out the Premiership? Can Tu score big in the Couch Coach Hot Seat? Who knows where players have played? Tune in for a great episode and keep the comments for the cuzzies coming!

In this episode we kick off our 2024 Predictions for our top 8 and our Dally M picks. We're also giving you guys the chance to win a footy jersey of your choice and size, all you have to do is correctly pick the Dally M team of the year and Dally M overall winner. We'll send the prize out to you at the end of the season! We also talk about some of our biggest suprises this season and our biggest let downs. We have some fun playing a couple games as well, so play along with us and let us know how you get on in the comments!!

Our first ever episode of The Practice Run, kicking things off with introductions and setting the platform for our kaupapa moving forward! Tun in weekly to see what antics we get upto. This is our first run through ands we're slowly building the chemistry we will get better so stay tuned and leave feedback for us Comments for the cuzzies are the best ways to reach out to us or join our Practice Squad, we will be creating a discord server soon so you guys can keep in touch and be in the know whenever we do anything exciting!

So come along with us and enjoy the journey!